Ruby Bridges and School Integration

Why did Ruby Bridges' family move from Tylertown, Mississippi, to New Orleans?

• Her father found a better job opportunity in New Orleans.

• They were very poor, and her father lost his job due to machines picking crops.

• They wanted to be closer to relatives in New Orleans.

• They were forced to leave due to a natural disaster.

What was the situation regarding schools for black and white children in New Orleans at that time?

• All children attended integrated schools.

• Black children and white children went to separate schools, and black children received an inferior education.

• Black children were not allowed to attend school at all.

• White children were sent to private schools, while black children attended public schools.

Who accompanied Ruby Bridges into the William Frantz Elementary School on her first day?

• Her parents and siblings.

• Her teacher, Mrs. Henry.

• Federal marshals ordered by the President.

• A large crowd of angry white people.

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What did Ruby Bridges tell her teacher, Mrs. Henry, she was doing when she stopped in front of the angry mob?

• She was trying to talk to them and explain her situation.

• She was waiting for her parents to catch up.

• She was praying for the people who hated her.

• She was too scared to move forward.